MCFCA MAYDAY Guideline Flashcards

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MCFCA MAYDAY Guideline

When transmitting the MAYDAY the firefighter should start the transmission by?

OPPOSITE OF THE GUIDELINE. THIS IS THE CHIEF ASSOCIATION POLICY

A

Pushing the emergency activation button

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MCFCA MAYDAY Guideline

Steps to be taken by firefighter after transmitting MAYDAY provides IC with their situation

6 items

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PASS Device activated
Lost or Trapped firefighters remain together
If possible lost, trapped firefighters should seek an area of refuge or an exit
If no exit is possible, find a wall, preferably an exterior wall
Shine flashlight to ceiling and along floor
Bang on floor or walls

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MCFCA MAYDAY Guideline

Fire-com will send how many cyno kit units to an activation of a MAYDAY

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2

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MCFCA MAYDAY Guideline

When the 2 BCs are added, what should be there roles

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Proper oversight of staging
Rescue Group Supervisor if formed

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